CHRISTMAS MARKET at the Milk Market

The new Limerick Christmas Market will take place at the all-weather Milk Market from Thursday, November 25 through to Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24. The market will run Thursdays through Sundays and on extra dates in December (Dec. 7, 8, 21 & 22). Dates and times as below.

The Christmas Market will feature up to 60 stalls and shops – all packed with a wide range of artisan food, craft and gift possibilities and all set within a wonderful, fun festive environment.

Expect lots of seasonal favourites and the best of the produce from smoked salmon and artisan meats to superb cheeses, chutneys, Christmas confectionery and wines.

There will also be lots of tasty treats for you to enjoy at the market (so it’s a great place to meet for coffee or lunchtime bites). Choirs singing Christmas favourites, as well as other musical groups, will feature at different stages during the market days.

There will also be two Christmas Arts and Craft Fairs on during the Christmas Markets Dates on Thursday, November 27 and from Tuesday, December 7 to Thursday, December 9.

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